1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
